Forney, TX
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A stunning, fine quality English Victorian brass-mounted walnut tea caddy, retailed by Wedgwood & Sons, 9 Cornhill, London.
Exquisitely hand-crafted …
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A stunning, fine quality English Victorian brass-mounted walnut tea caddy, retailed by Wedgwood & Sons, 9 Cornhill, London.
Exquisitely hand-crafted in the mid-19th century, rectangular chest form finished in rich burled walnut, having a shaped hinged lid featuring an inset Wedgwood Jasperware plaque of Cupid riding a lion. Locking, retaining the original key, the top opening to reveal an interior fitted with two lidded compartments, one lid marked B (black tea), the other lid marked G (green tea), scattered remnants of original foil lining.
Dimensions: (approx)
7.25" High, 11.25" Wide, 5.75" Deep, 3.75lbs
Excellent antique condition with nicely aged warm patina and lustrous sheen. Complete. Age appropriate wear and minor imperfections. Overall, a superb museum quality example that presents beautifully.
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- Dimensions
- 11.25ʺW × 5.75ʺD × 7.25ʺH
- Styles
- English
- Artist
- Wedgwood
- Brand
- Wedgwood
- Designer
- Wedgwood
- Period
- Mid 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Brass
- Walnut
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Excellent antique condition with nicely aged warm patina and lustrous sheen. Complete. Age appropriate wear and minor imperfections. Overall, a … moreExcellent antique condition with nicely aged warm patina and lustrous sheen. Complete. Age appropriate wear and minor imperfections. Overall, a superb museum quality example that presents beautifully. less
Forney, TX
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